Title: Lemuel Donelson in Washington, D.C., to Captain John Donelson in Nashville, TennesseeAuthor : Lemuel Donelson, -1832Date Created: 1815-12-16Abstract: In this letter, Lemuel Donelson writes of family illness, General Andrew Jackson recovering from his illness in Washington and his own visits to the battlefield of Blandensburg and the ruins of the city of Washington and the Naval Yard with General Jackson.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)Collection: Tennessee Historical Society Miscellaneous Files, 1688-1951Contributing Institution: Tennessee Historical SocietyURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000002513add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: L.C. Houk in Annapolis, Maryland (?) to the Hon. O.P. Temple in Knoxville, TennesseeAuthor : Leonidas Campbell Houk, 1836-1891Recipient : Oliver Perry Temple, 1820-1907Date Created: 1877-06-08Abstract: Houk asks if Temple will write him stating that Houk`s "appointment would be acceptable" for the position of District Attorney in the Eastern District of Tennessee.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)Collection: The O.P. Temple Papers, 1832-1909Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001663add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Houk, L.C. in Washington, D.C. to Temple, O.P.Author : Leonidas Campbell Houk, 1836-1891Recipient : Oliver Perry Temple, 1820-1907Date Created: 1881-02-09Abstract: Houk writes that he, not Maynard, will control appointments and political matters in Tennessee.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)Collection: The O.P. Temple Papers, 1832-Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000771add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: L.C. Houk in Washington, D.C. to O.P. TempleAuthor : Leonidas Campbell Houk, 1836-1891Recipient : Oliver Perry Temple, 1820-1906Date Created: 1884-02-07Abstract: Discusses the problem of Gibson and the trouble he has caused. Urges Temple to help solve the problem.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)Collection: The O.P. Temple Papers, 1832-1909Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003463add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Rebel Claim No. 44Applicant : Lockland BeatenDate Created: 1868-04-09Abstract: Claims filed by Benton County, Tennessee, citizens after the Civil War for damages caused by the Confederate Army. The document includes an inventory of the damages. The Confederate Army is referred to in the document as the Rebel Army. The Civil War is identified as the Rebellion. The claim had to include witnesses who could vouch that the claimant had never given "aid, comfort, countenance, or encouragement" to the rebellion.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)Collection: Benton County Court RecordsContributing Institution: Benton County ArchiveURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000990add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: L.B. Eaton in Memphis, TN to John Eaton in Washington, D.C.Author : Lucien Bonaparte EatonRecipient : John Eaton, 1829-1906Date Created: 1870-04Abstract: L.B. is gratified to hear of John`s installation and speculates that the Freedmen`s Bureau will eventually come under his administration. L.B. gives an account of Lewis`s exertions for the party which resulted in victory for McLean, Taft, and Reilly. He strongly criticizes the plan to place Nashville and Memphis in one district and Knoxville in another. L.B. names those that he as appointed in various counties. Letterhead reads "Office of the U.S. Marshall, District of West Tennessee, Memphis, Tenn."Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)Collection: John Eaton CorrespondenceContributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001698add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Lyndon B. Johnson to Mr. and Mrs. StovallSigner : Lyndon B. Johnson, 1908-1973Date Created: 1967-06-05Abstract: This is a letter from President Johnson to the Stovall`s expressing sadness at the death of their son Carl R. Stovall, Private First Class. Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: Postwar United States (1945-1970)Collection: Military CollectionContributing Institution: Fly Cultural Arts CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003386add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: M.B. Templeton in Ooltewah, James County, Tennessee to O.P. TempleAuthor : M. B. TempletonRecipient : Oliver Perry Temple, 1820-1907Date Created: 1878-10-09Abstract: Templeton states that he will be moving to Jacksboro and says that the "yellow fever scare demoralized our last Circuit Chancery Courts." M.B. Templeton worked in the circuit court system of Tennessee in the 19th century. O.P. Temple served as chancellor of the 8th District from 1866 until 1878.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)Collection: The O.P. Temple Papers, 1832-Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001134add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: M.C. Wilcox in Knoxville, TN to Gen. John Eaton in Nashville, TNAuthor : M. C. WilcoxRecipient : John Eaton, 1829-1906Date Created: 1867-10-03Abstract: Instructions for sending Eaton`s manuscript for a pamphlet which they hope to have ready for the public by mid-November. Asks his recommendation for a Union man to take his present position as a member of the board of trustees. Mentions condition of schools in Knoxville.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)Collection: John Eaton Correspondence, 1865-1905Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001789add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Hiland, M.M. in Ashland City, Tennessee to Eaton, John in Washington, D.C.Author : M. M. HilandRecipient : John Eaton, 1829-1906Date Created: 1870-06-06Abstract: Long and passionate declaration of the writer`s loyalty to the Republican Party and to Eaton, his hope that reconstruction will come to Tennessee, and his disgust for the rebels who have regained power in the state. Reminds Eaton that the writer taught a colored school and now, because of the Ku Klux Kland intimidation, cannot secure a teaching position. Desires and appointment as U.S. storekeeper and asks Eaton`s help.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)Collection: John Eaton Correspondence, 1865-1905Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001202add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Rossiler, M. in Washington, D.C. to Frazier, James B. in Washington, D.C.Author : M. RossilerRecipient : James Beriah Frazier, 1858-1937Date Created: 1907-01-22Abstract: Rossiler, acting director of the Department of Commerce and Labor Bureau of the Census, writes to Frazier in response to his request for information. Rossiler relates that he has information only on the percent of illiterate negroes and does not have information on the amount of property owned by negroes or the criminality among negroes in the southern states compared to the northern states.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: James B. Frazier PapersContributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001003add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: M.S. Temple in Washington, D.C. to O.P. TempleAttributed name : M. S. Temple, 1816-1897Associated name : Oliver Perry Temple, 1820-1907Date Created: 1883-03-12Abstract: Pamphlet on Choctaw account forwarded (not found among papers); exchanged pension office job with Treasury Department Clerk; fears his confinement may injure his health.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)Collection: The O.P. Temple Papers, 1832-Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000002470add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: M.S. Temple in Washington, D.C. to O.P. TempleAttributed name : M. S. Temple, 1816-1897Associated name : Oliver Perry Temple, 1820-1907Date Created: 1883-02-07Abstract: Choctaw claim; hopes for a hearing before May term expired; has had a temporary position in Pension Office; discriminated against in favor of younger men; payment of debts; and has no particulars of "our dear brother`s death."Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)Collection: The O.P. Temple Papers, 1832-Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000002469add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: M.S. Temple in Washington, D.C. to O.P. Temple in Knoxville, TennesseeAttributed name : M. S. Temple, 1816-1897Associated name : Oliver Perry Temple, 1820-1907Date Created: 1880-02-28Abstract: Reports on Washington Territory favorable and considers moving there if family will agree to go. Houk ready to support him, but letter from Temple to Houk would be helpful.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)Collection: The O.P. Temple Papers, 1832-Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000002445add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Temple, M.S. in Walla Walla, Washington Territory to Temple, O.P.Author : M. S. TempleRecipient : Oliver Perry Temple, 1820-1907Date Created: 1880-08-09Abstract: M.S. Temple writes that he is leaving with a surveying party on the 12th for two months or more. Discusses weather, crops, timber, and outlook for agriculture and railroads in the Washington territory. Suggests Oliver make half-dozen speeches to get in Garfield`s favor, for "he believes in workers." Notes that he believes judges here not equal to East Tennessee lawyers.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)Collection: The O.P. Temple Papers, 1832-Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000763add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: M.V. Nash in Sharp`s Chapel, Tennessee to O.P. TempleAuthor : M. V. NashDate Created: 1878-09-24Abstract: Nash has heard that Temple has been nominated for Senator by the temperance party and Nash is also a candidate for Senator. Nash is concerned about their competition and the fact that the Republican party will be split, therefore unsucessful. Nash is also for the banning of "spirits" and would like to know Temple`s intention of entering the race. He requests that Temple keep the contents of this letter confidential and that Temple respond in a "private letter."Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)Collection: The O.P. Temple Papers, 1832-Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001133add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: de Bustille, Maria L. in Havana, Cuba to Frazier, James B. in Nashville, TennesseeAuthor : Maria L. de BastilleRecipient : James Beriah Frazier, 1858-1937Date Created: 1903-04-21Abstract: Letter from de Bustille requesting Frazier to sign an enclosed document because she is collecting the autographs of United States governors.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: James B. Frazier PapersContributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001311add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Out of Subjection into FreedomAuthor : Marjorie ShulerDate Created: 1920-09-04Abstract: This article describes the final phase of the struggle for women`s suffrage, outlining the unsuccessful injunction against ratification in Tennessee, as well as the celebration in Washington following the official federal ratification. It names many of the women, such as Carrie Chapman Catt and Anne Dallas Dudley, who worked in Tennessee for the ratification of the 19th Amendment. The article contains two maps of the United States. The first is "The Suffrage Map in Early August, 1920," showing states which allowed women full suffrage, limited suffrage such as for primaries, or presidential or municipal elections, or no suffrage at all. The second shows "What Tennessee Did to the Suffrage Map," which was to grant full suffrage throughout the country.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Contributing Institution: Tennessee State Library and ArchivesURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001602add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Mary Anderson for Congress PostcardPublisher : Allied PrintingAuthor : Mary AndersonDate Created: 1950 - 1985Abstract: This postcard is endorcing Mary Anderson for Congress. It was sent from the campaign headquarters in Nashville, Tennessee`s 5th District. Her agenda is to restore confidence in government spending and campaign finance. Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: Contemporary United States (1968-present)Collection: Walter King Hoover CollectionContributing Institution: Albert Gore Sr. Research CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003256add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Letter from Mary Edwards Sullivan to Virginia MooreAuthor : Mary Edwards SullivanDate Created: 1920-10-22Abstract: Letter from Mary Edwards Sullivan, Chairman of the State Democratic Executive Committee regarding an orginization of a "house canvass" to ensure a democratic victory. Also mentioned woman suffrage and the League of Nations.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Virginia P. Moore CollectionContributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001569add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Mary H. Presnell in Loudon, Tennessee to O.P. Temple in Knoxville, TennesseeAttributed name : Mary H. PresnellAssociated name : Oliver Perry Temple, 1820-1907Date Created: 1880-12-14Abstract: Presnell solicits Temple`s political influence to have her appointed State Librarian.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)Collection: The O.P. Temple Papers, 1832-Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000002460add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Mary H. Presnell in Stewartsville, Missouri to O.P Temple in Knoxville, TennesseeAuthor : Mary H. PresnellRecipient : Oliver Perry Temple, 1820-1906Date Created: 1883-03-28Abstract: Presnell thanks Temple for his promised help in securing a position in Washington. Mentions Temple`s influence with L.C. Houk.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)Collection: The O.P. Temple Papers, 1832-1909Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003462add to bookbag | view long format in new window